2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
